If beef roast comes in netting or is tied, do not remove. Sprinkle beef with garlic pepper. Cook beef in bacon fat in skillet over medium heat 5 to 6 minutes, turning occasionally, until brown on both sides.

3

Spray 4- to 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Place beef in cooker. Top with bacon and carrots. Mix green chiles, broth, chili sauce and flour in small bowl; pour over mixture in cooker.

4

Cover and cook on Low heat setting 10 to 12 hours.

5

Place beef on platter; remove netting or strings. Stir gravy in cooker; serve with beef.

Expert Tips

The longer meat cooks in the slow cooker, the more tender it becomes. At the minimum cooking time, meat is easy to cut. At the maximum time, it’s perfect for shredding.

Round out this meal with corn muffins and a mixed-greens salad tossed with a fruity vinaigrette.

Save the gravy and any leftover beef for French Dip sandwiches. Layer the beef onto hoagie buns, and dip into the gravy.